10 of the Most Glorious Chocolate Cakes

There is nothing quite the like the indulgence of good chocolate cake. Whether it’s a birthday cake or just a naughty weekend treat, chocolate cakes are the epitome of decadence.

The wonderful thing is that making plant-based chocolate cakes is super easy without the need for buying any special or peculiar ingredients. What’s more, you can even make your cake double or even triple chocolatey. 

Check out these epic OGP chocolate cake recipes for your next occasion. 

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1. White and Dark Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Chia Jam

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This White and Dark Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Chia Jam by Maja Brekalo is simply irresistible. The creamy double chocolate is cut with the tang of the raspberries. The textures of the crunchy base and the velvety chocolate filling complement each other beautifully. 

2. Mocha Chocolate Cake With Mocha Buttercream Frosting

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Not only is this Mocha Chocolate Cake With Mocha Buttercream Frosting by Sarah Jane Parker a little lower in sugar, but it is gluten-free, too. No one needs to miss out on a big slice of this yummy cake. There is a whole cup of coffee that goes into the mix, too, making it a great afternoon tea treat.

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3. Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Espresso Frosting

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If coffee and cake are what do it for you, then don’t miss out on this recipe for Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Espresso Frosting by Adam Merrin and Ryan Alvarez. This rich, moist, and super easy-to-make cake will quickly become your go-to recipe for any cake-deserving occasion. 

4. Chocolate Sponge Cake

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This Chocolate Sponge Cake by Maja Tisma is super light, fluffy, and oh-so chocolatey. It is a sweet and simple cake that you can even get away with having for breakfast. Made with rice flour and spelt flour, it is gluten-free and sweetened only with agave and apples.

5. Chocolate Beetroot Cake

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Gluten-free, refined sugar free, and high in protein, this Chocolate Beetroot Cake by Vicky Coates is a great crowd-pleaser. It looks stunning and would impress your guests when you bring this out for dessert. Chocolate and beetroot make an unusual pair but work beautifully together, giving a rich, velvety color and texture. 

6. Rich Chocolate Cake

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Already a perfect chocolate cake in its own right, this Rich Chocolate Cake by Sarah and Peter Hagstrom comes with an extra treat. Topped with gingered pears, you have an added layer of flavor and texture making this recipe that little bit more special. 

7. Beer Chocolate Cupcakes

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These Beer Chocolate Cupcakes by Melanie Kröpfl will be snatched up in seconds when put out in front of guests. Guinness is the key ingredient in the luxurious ganache that gives these cheeky cupcakes a note of bitterness that works so well with dark chocolate. These could be a really good choice for your St. Patrick’s Day gathering. 

8. Double Chocolate Layer Cake

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This Double Chocolate Layer Cake by Emily von Euw looks like a work of art and a feat of engineering. Not only is this recipe vegan, but it’s raw and low-fat, too. Lots of dried and fresh fruits make this cake perfectly sweet and gooey as needed, and a lovely chocolate sauce is made from maple syrup and cocoa powder. 

9. Healthy, Moist & Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chocolate Cake

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Who doesn’t want to see the word healthy in front of their chocolate cake recipe? Well, this Healthy, Moist & Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chocolate Cake by Julie Zimmer is sweetened with ripe bananas, a bit of maple syrup, and two tablespoons of granulated sugar cane. A slice of this cake and a cuppa would make the perfect afternoon snack.

10. German Chocolate Cake

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This German Chocolate Cake by Bridge Rose will be a welcomed birthday cake to share. It’s a rich and ever-so-chocolatey cake that is topped with a nutty coconut layer. Decorate the frosting with pecans for extra nuttiness. 

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Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer, and has many side effects.

For those of you interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App — with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals, and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

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• The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition
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